BATA SHOE MUSEUM update

 

NEW EXHIBITION Rough & Ready: A History of the Cowboy Boot opens in less than a week! The story of the cowboy boot is steeped in history and legend and is neither simple nor straightforward. Since their invention in the late nineteenth century, cowboy boots have embodied contradiction. They have symbolized labor and leisure, freedom and domination, tradition and reinvention. Whether worn in the saddle, on screen, or in the streets, cowboy boots remain a cultural touchstone, embodying both tradition and transformation in a constantly changing world. LEARN MORE  Free Community Day To celebrate, we invite you to join us for a day of free family fun that honours both our 30-year milestone and the exhibition opening on Sunday, May 11. Saddle up for a day of wild Western-themed activities, performances, games, and self-guided hands-on cowboy crafts that will have you hollering “Yeehaw”. Watch an electrifying Rhinestone Rodeo Show by the dynamic circus trio Rhinestone Rodeo, blending dazzling acrobatics with cowboy charm and more! LEARN MORE  Country Music Trivia Test your knowledge of country music history, iconic artists, and classic hits in this fun and interactive trivia event on Tuesday, May 27! From legends like Dolly Parton and Johnny Cash to modern stars like Luke Bryan and Kacey Musgraves, challenge yourself and your friends to see who’s the ultimate country music fan. Yeehaw! BUY TICKETS  Moccasin Making Learn the traditional art of moccasin-making with Anishinaabe artist Natalie Ortiz in this three-part workshop (starting Saturday, May 31) designed to teach hand-sewing leatherwork and beading techniques. Workshop facilitator Natalie Ortiz will guide participants through the full process, from start to finish, of creating their own custom moccasins from design, pattern-making, beadwork, and construction, to caring for the finished footwear.  BUY TICKETS  Pride Party 2025 Join us for Hoedown at the BSM on Friday, June 6, a fabulous celebration in collaboration with Steers and Queers and Spurs, in celebration of Rough and Ready: A History of the Cowboy Boot. Stomp and shuffle alongside our new exhibition as we honour the spirit of the Wild West with a Pride twist. Enjoy dazzling performances by Selena Vyle, Lucinda Miu, and Fluffy Soufflé, with musical beats by DJ Sigourney Beaver to keep you dancing all night. Dust off your cowboy boots and let’s ride into an unforgettable evening of fun, fashion, and fabulousness! BUY TICKETS

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